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COSTI Financial Supports (help paying rent and utility arrears, North York)

You likely qualify if: Live in North York; Low income; At risk of losing your home.

Free. Never pay anyone to apply.

Call 416-244-0480 Send to someone who needs this Checked on October 9, 2026 on the official page

What you get

COSTI helps low-income people in North York avoid losing their home. Its workers help you apply for a one-time grant to catch up on Hydro or gas bills (LEAP), a monthly credit on electricity bills (OESP) and a grant for rent arrears or first and last month's rent (Housing Stabilization Fund).

Who qualifies:

Live in North York
Low income
At risk of losing your home

What you need to apply:

Your rent or utility arrears details
Your income information

Opportunity in North York, Toronto.

Housing & rent Bills

Details

How to reach them

Apply on their website.
Questions? 416-244-0480
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AddressAddress: North York Centre, Sheridan Mall, 1700 Wilson Avenue, Suite 114, Toronto, Ontario M3L 1B2

Where else they are

Their website is costi.org/program/financial-supports.

Good to know

For whomLow-income people and families who live in North York and are at risk of homelessness or do not have safe, adequate housing.
CostLEAP, OESP and Housing Stabilization Fund are grants or credits. The Rent Bank is an interest-free loan you repay.
LanguagesEnglish
Their stepsCall 416-244-0480 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or visit the North York Centre. Tell the worker about your rent or utility arrears. The worker checks which programs you qualify for and helps you apply.

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